Species guide

How to catch Yellow Irish lord

Hemilepidotus jordani

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saltwatergame fishCottidae

The Yellow Irish lord is a saltwater predator found in the North Pacific. It has an elongated body and can grow up to 65 cm long. This fish actively hunts various marine creatures including small fish and crabs.

Where they live

Inhabits deep waters from 257 to 604 meters in the Pacific Ocean. Prefers cold saltwater environments.

Typical size

Up to about 65 cm

What they eat

  • Small fish
  • Krill-like amphipods
  • Isopods
  • Snow crabs
  • Walleye pollock

Best baits

  • Cut bait
  • Small fish strips
  • Crab imitations

Best lures

  • Soft plastic jigs
  • Metal jigs
  • Spoons

How to fish for them

  • Bottom fishing
  • Jigging

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